ERIC Number: EJ1045331
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2014
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A Study of Public Awareness of Speech-Language Pathology in Amman
Mahmoud, Hana; Aljazi, Aya; Alkhamra, Rana
College Student Journal, v48 n3 p495-510 Fall 2014
Background: Statistical levels of awareness and knowledge of speech-language pathology and of communication disorders are currently unknown among the public in the Middle East, including Jordan. Aims: This study reports the results of an investigation of public awareness and knowledge of speech-language pathology in Amman-Jordan. It also determines the level of knowledge of communication disorders that the general public has. Methods: This study was carried out through a questionnaire. A total of 1203 participants were surveyed about their knowledge of the field of speech-language pathology and of communication disorders in a local shopping mall. Information was collected based on participants' age (ranging from 18-50 years), gender, qualifications and occupation, and whether they have children or not. Results: Public awareness and knowledge of speech-language pathology in Amman-Jordan appear to be limited. Participants with the most accurate knowledge of speech-language pathology and communication disorders, mostly females with children, had bachelor degree in health- or education-related fields. Moreover, results indicated lack of familiarity with different types of communication disorders except for stuttering.
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Speech Language Pathology, Public Opinion, Familiarity, Knowledge Level, Communication Disorders, Questionnaires, Community Surveys, Statistical Analysis, Participant Characteristics, Individual Characteristics
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research; Tests/Questionnaires
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Jordan
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